XYZ with Erik Zachary

From Bieber’s Coachella comeback to Bugs Bunny’s biggest lie, this episode has range. We’re breaking down everything from the Jonas Brothers’ Christmas movie and Google Chrome’s new autofill feature to people who are actually using Facebook Dating. Jordan's taking THE TEST, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire- style and share our first brushes with fame—because apparently, everyone’s had a moment. Hoste...

Millie Bobby Brown is reportedly speaking out about alleged harassment and bullying claims involving  Stranger Things  co-star David Harbour, and fans have plenty of opinions. We’re diving into all the new additions to this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and celebrating Chili’s decision to bring back its beloved skillet queso after a flood of complaints (Jordan insists he personally made it...

It’s Halloween week and we’re breaking down the best (and weirdest) celeb costumes—from spooky icons to total head-scratchers. Jesse Eisenberg is making headlines for a heartfelt reason—donating a kidney to a stranger—and Mom’s Hot Take is all about Halloween and why Erik wore a cow costume for three years. We’re also spinning through the newest tracks in Fresh Out, shining the spotlight on Russel...

Billie Eilish had some choice words for billionaires during her Wall Street Journal Innovator Award speech—and the internet is eating it up. We’re throwing it back with a classic XYZ contest moment before running it back to Charlie Puth’s “Attention.” Then, the world’s oldest quarter pounder, lovingly known as The Senior Burger, celebrates a milestone birthday. Plus, we’re breaking down the strang...

Sombr’s attempt to call Selena Gomez mid-show for his “Call Your Ex” bit didn’t go as planned—especially when Benny Blanco picked up. McDonald’s is rolling out a controversial new penny policy, and NYC police are investigating a high-profile jewel heist where thieves dressed as security guards made off with $3.2 million. Meanwhile, a runaway monkey involved in a semi-truck crash has been cleared o...

Ludacris brought out Fergie for a rare performance at ONE Musicfest in Atlanta, and the internet can’t get enough of the nostalgia. Meanwhile, Elon Musk just unveiled Grokopedia —his latest brainchild that’s already raising eyebrows. In tech talk, we’re covering DJI’s new RoboVacuum, why 8K TVs might be overkill, and rumors that the iPhone 20 could ditch buttons entirely. Then it’s time for More A...

BTS is gearing up for their biggest comeback yet with a massive 2026 tour and new album announcement. Meanwhile, Shaq’s luxury Range Rover mysteriously vanishes and Joe Keery shows up to officiate a friend’s wedding in full Stranger Things Scoops Ahoy gear. For Mental Health Monday, we unpack why most people “listen to reply” instead of “listen to understand.” Plus, a high school’s AI security mis...

We’re back with an update on the Paris heist saga—and yes, the detective is still on the case. In Fresh Out, Jessie Murph drops new music that’s giving main character energy, while Rihanna and A$AP Rocky reveal why they refuse to hire nannies (Shan is suspicious). Mom finds herself in hot water after getting a noise complaint in Erik’s studio and tries to flirt her way out of it. Plus, in this wee...

Taylor Swift is reportedly worried about Travis Kelce’s past marijuana use, and a limo driver is suing Post Malone. The crew also dives into this week’s WWW picks, while Mom shares her Hot Take on asking someone to be your groomsman (spoiler: Erik bullied Jordan into it). Plus, a flight faces chaos when a hamster makes a daring escape midair, and we wrap things up with a T-Mobile Topic about the m...

Tesla is officially phasing out FM radio from its entry-level models... rude. Meanwhile, Airbnb is testing its wings in the social media space, and we’re breaking down what that means for your next vacation. Then we dive into the story of The Great Flood of 1993 and the things James Scott would do for a party, and we’ll wrap things up with THE TEST and a hilarious round of kids saying the craziest...

Ticketmaster is cracking down on scalpers with a major FTC ruling that could change how you buy concert tickets forever. Meanwhile, The Louvre has been forced to shut down after a major jewelry heist that feels straight out of a movie. Mom weighs in on the viral ironing machine taking over TikTok, plus we’re talking about the man who faked his own funeral just to see who cared. We’ll wrap with the...

Jon M. Chu is teasing a mystery voice actor for the Cowardly Lion in Wicked , promising fans will go absolutely “Wild.” Sabrina Carpenter is inviting fans to literally step inside her Short n’ Sweet TV set with Airbnb, and Post Malone gets the Run it Back treatment with his hit “Better Now.” Kim Kardashian doesn't know what a gallon of milk costs... shocker. Plus, we learn why The Matrix’s green c...

Robert Irwin melts hearts on Dancing With the Stars with an emotional performance alongside his mom, while Teddy Swims opens up about finally making money after five years on the road. Spotify is teaming up with Netflix to take over the video podcast space, and Mom’s back with another hot take—this time on the chaos of banana bar crawls (spoiler: it’s not giving toga party). Plus, we’ve got an Ohi...

Kylie Jenner is making her pop debut with Terror Jr, Apple is offering $2 million to anyone who can hack an iPhone (seriously), while YouTube is rolling out new tools to help teens find reliable mental health resources. We’ll also dive into the story of Marion Stokes—the woman who secretly recorded every moment on TV for 30 years—before testing Shan’s cowgirl spirit and catching up on how Erik sur...

Taylor Swift finally addresses those rumors about turning down the Super Bowl Halftime Show during her chat with Jimmy Fallon, while Instagram launches “Rings” — basically the Oscars for social media. We uncover the only two surprising stars who’ve earned Nickelodeon Lifetime Achievement Awards, the Nobel Prize winner who’s literally off the grid and unreachable, and whether buying fake designer b...

Victoria’s Secret is going big for its 2025 Fashion Show, announcing a star-studded lineup of headliners. Meanwhile, Dolly Parton’s sister issues an apology after sparking a false alarm about the country legend’s health. California just banned commercials from blasting volume on streaming apps, and Mom’s Hot Take takes a self-defense turn with Krav Maga. Derek Jeter gets interrupted mid-broadcast...

Taylor Swift reveals why she’d never trade stadium tours for space travel, while Charli XCX fans think a fiery Taylor diss track might be brewing in the studio. Mom’s Hot Take gets unsurprisingly passionate about lawn decorations, and Adidas steps into the world of four-legged fashion with a new streetwear line for pets. Erik and his dad relive the glory days at an Arkansas 50th high school reunio...

This week on XYZ, Nirvana finally wins the long-running lawsuit over the Nevermind album cover—yes, the one with the baby. Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” gets the Run It Back treatment, and Red Bull’s daredevil pilots literally climb out of their planes midair. We’ll dig into how Mr. Rogers is somehow the unlikely inspiration behind modern zombie films, revisit some nostalgic throwbacks, and confe...

Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl marks a sparkling pivot from the stormy weight of The Tortured Poets Department to something brighter, bolder, and joyfully self-aware. Built on shimmering pop textures, soft rock grooves, and her signature lyrical bite, the record embraces the glamour of constant performance while peeling back the curtain on the vulnerability that comes with it. With longtime...

Taylor Swift’s new single Father Figure is making waves following George Michael’s classic hit, and we’re diving into what we’ve been watching this week. Scientists say an anti-aging drug for dogs could arrive by 2026, and Shan reveals a spooky coincidence. Plus, one woman is charging her husband $600 a month if he skips chores, and the 46th annual World Worm-Charming Championship proves that yes,...

Lady Gaga’s The Mayhem Ball is smashing expectations, crossing $100 million in ticket sales ahead of schedule. Amazon is rolling out new AI-powered features for Ring cameras, and we’re putting Shan and Jordan to The Test. Plus, we dive into why Star Trek only exists thanks to Lucille Ball, cover a massive recall of over 50 million pounds of Jimmy Dean meats due to possible wood contamination, and...

Bad Bunny is taking over the Super Bowl halftime show, and Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco just surprised fans with their wedding photos. Jack Antonoff is clapping back at the Ticketmaster CEO, while Pizza Hut is rolling out a questionable new Matcha Cheese Stuffed Crust. Today’s Dumb of the Day goes to kids burning themselves over a K-Pop TikTok noodle trend, and Stephen King’s wife nearly walked o...

Will Miley Cyrus still be famous in ten years? She'll decide. We’re sharing thoughts on her existential question while Charlie Puth rolls out his new track Beat Yourself Up during a residency at NYC’s Blue Note. New music in this week's Fresh Out, Mom is celebrating Olive Garden, and Jordan reveals his subtle but undeniable addiction to in-flight games. Plus, we’ve got today’s Dumb of the Day: a s...

Cardi B is now the voice of the NYC subway system—yes, really. We’re breaking down our most creative high school attendance excuses and a story on a South Carolina teaching assistant who somehow thought poop spray was classroom-appropriate (it wasn’t). Disney+ is hiking their prices again and we’ve got our T-Mobile Topic on times when the enemy is your own mother. Plus, you don't want to miss Mom’...

Erik and Audrey go full throttle on two things you probably didn’t expect to hear in the same sentence: artificial intelligence and helicopters. From the funny to the futuristic, the conversation weaves through tech rabbit holes, real-life “wait, what?!” moments, and a few classic tangents that only XYZ can pull off. If you’ve ever wondered how Erik would handle a self-flying chopper, or what Audr...